Assistant Property Manager

Jobtailor; New Castle (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a Property Manager Assistant to support senior affordable housing communities in Pennsylvania. You will help with daily administrative tasks, assist residents, handle tenant inquiries, complaints, and maintenance requests, and participate in leasing activities including showing units and processing applications.

In this role you will help manage rent collections, enforce lease terms, and maintain accurate records of tenant interactions and financial transactions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must have affordable housing experience with HUD/LIHTC
• Previous experience in property management, preferably in affordable housing
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Proficiency in property management software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local housing regulations, including HUD, LIHTC, and Section 8 preferred

Responsibilities

• Support the Property Manager in the efficient operation of senior affordable housing communities
• Manage daily administrative tasks and assist residents
• Handle tenant inquiries, complaints, and maintenance requests
• Assist with leasing activities, including showing units, processing applications, and conducting background checks
• Help manage rent collections, enforce lease terms, and address delinquencies
• Maintain accurate records of tenant interactions, financial transactions, and property maintenance
• Coordinate with maintenance staff to ensure timely completion of work orders
• Ensure compliance with HUD, LIHTC, and Section 8 regulations and guidelines
• Prepare reports on occupancy, financial status, and other relevant metrics
• Support budget preparation and financial planning

Skills

Affordable Housing Experience

HUD/LIHTC Compliance

Property Management Software Proficie…

Strong Organizational Skills

Excellent Communication Skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Property Management Software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Support the Property Manager in the efficient operation of senior affordable housing communities
Manage daily administrative tasks and assist residents
Handle tenant inquiries, complaints, and maintenance requests
Assist with leasing activities, including showing units, processing applications, and conducting background checks
Help manage rent collections, enforce lease terms, and address delinquencies
Maintain accurate records of tenant interactions, financial transactions, and property maintenance
Coordinate with maintenance staff to ensure timely completion of work orders
Ensure compliance with HUD, LIHTC, and Section 8 regulations and guidelines
Prepare reports on occupancy, financial status, and other relevant metrics
Support budget preparation and financial planning

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must have affordable housing experience with HUD/LIHTC
• Previous experience in property management, preferably in affordable housing
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Proficiency in property management software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local housing regulations, including HUD, LIHTC, and Section 8 preferred

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in managing affordable housing operations, including tenant relations, compliance with HUD and LIHTC regulations, and financial management. Proficient in utilizing property management software and maintaining accurate records to support efficient community operations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Affordable Housing Experience
• HUD/LIHTC Compliance
• Property Management Software Proficiency
• Strong Organizational Skills
• Excellent Communication Skills

Hard Skills

• Tenant Management
• Lease Enforcement
• Rent Collection
• Background Checks
• Financial Record Keeping

Soft Skills

• Customer Service
• Multitasking
• Problem Solving

Industry Keywords

• HUD Regulations
• LIHTC Guidelines
• Section 8 Compliance
• Affordable Housing

Tools & Technologies

• Property Management Software
• Microsoft Office Suite